Dept. of Justice: Officer involved death in Beloit, Wis.
BELOIT, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is investigating an officer involved death in the City of Beloit, Wis. that occurred on the afternoon of Thursday, May 16, 2024. At approximately 3:26 p.m.,
NGA: Young voters respond to the Justice Department working to reclassify cannabis
“Today’s pivotal action to move to reschedule cannabis to a schedule III drug marks a monumental stride toward fostering a more just and equitable country. Young people, and especially young people of color, are hit hardest by the impacts of
WisDems: Launch EricHovdeDoesn’tLikeYou.com website ahead of RPW Convention
A mobile billboard will drive around the convention in Appleton directing attendees to the website MADISON, Wis. –– Ahead of the Republican Party of Wisconsin convention in Appleton this weekend, the Democratic Party of Wisconsin plans to highlight Eric Hovde’s
U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: To hold office hour
WASHINGTON, DC – The Office of Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) will be hosting a Mobile Office Hour on Monday, May 20th. Congressman Fitzgerald and his staff members will be available to meet with constituents who may be experiencing problems with a
Protect Our Care: Wisconsin fact sheet shows how women are saving big on health care thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act
WISCONSIN — Today, Protect Our Care is releasing new state-by-state fact sheets, including Wisconsin, outlining how the Inflation Reduction Act reduces health care costs for women across the nation – with even more savings on the way as Medicare negotiates lower
AmeriCorps: Gov. Evers recognizes outstanding service at the 2024 Governor’s Service Awards and celebrates 30th Anniversary of AmeriCorps in Wisconsin
Governor Tony Evers congratulated the honorees at the 2024 Governor’s Service Awards, stating that “So much of our local impact rests on the shoulders of dedicated volunteers and organizations such as yourselves, and we could not have the reach or
Sen. Stroebel: Issues response to press conference on Missing and Murdered African American Women and Girls Task Force
Madison, WI – Senator Duey Stroebel (R – Cedarburg) issued the following statement in response to renewed calls to form a Missing and Murdered African American Women and Girls Task Force: “As with the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women task
Weekly Dem radio address: Gov. Evers highlights Mental Health Awareness Month
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered his weekly radio address highlighting May as Mental Health Awareness Month across the state and nation. Gov. Evers proclaimed May as Mental Health Awareness Month, and a copy of the governor’s proclamation is
Weekly GOP radio address: Sen. LeMahieu says enough roadblocks
Hi, this is Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu. The legislature has passed hundreds of bills to solve problems for everyday Wisconsinites. Most of these bills were signed into law, but many of them were vetoed by a Governor who is
Piwowarczyk campaign: Waukesha County Sheriff Eric Severson endorses Jim Piwowarczyk for Assembly
Town of Erin – Waukesha County Sheriff Eric Severson has endorsed Jim Piwowarczyk for state Assembly, saying that he believes Piwowarczyk will serve the district with “great effectiveness.” “I’m enthusiastic about Jim’s candidacy. He will be a strong, smart voice
Rep. Sapik: Statement in support of Wisconsin police during National Police Week
Lake Nebagamon, WI – In light of recent negative commentary by Senator Chris Larson, it’s crucial, particularly during National Police Appreciation Week, to express unwavering support for the men and women in blue who selflessly protect our communities. While not without
Van Orden campaign: IUPA and Milwaukee Police Association endorse Van Orden for Congress
PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, Wisc. – As Americans honor law enforcement officials around the country during National Police Week, the Milwaukee Police Association, and the International Union of Police Associations, AFL-CIO have endorsed Congressman Derrick Van Orden for a second term in
U.S. Sen. Johnson, colleagues: Introduce resolution to block unconstitutional Biden ATF rule
WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined 43 of his Senate GOP colleagues in introducing a joint resolution of disapproval under the Congressional Review Act to strike down the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives’ (ATF) rule on the
U.S. Rep. Van Orden: Urges VA Secretary to reinstate in-person verification methods, reimbursement kiosks at Veterans Affairs facilities
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03), Chairman of the Veterans’ Affairs Economic Opportunity Subcommittee, sent a letter to Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary Denis McDonough urging him to reinstate in-person verification methods, such as ID.me, and travel
Sen. Jacque: Condemns Democrats’ anti-police slander
DE PERE, WI… State Sen. André Jacque (R-De Pere) today said Democrats revealed their true colors on the Senate Floor Tuesday, when they accused Wisconsin police officers of “thinking it is a sport to shoot at our neighbors…with disregard and glee.”
Sen Wanggaard, Sen. James: Statements on Sen. Chris Larson’s disgusting portrayal of law enforcement
In debate on the Senate floor yesterday, during National Police Week, State Senator Chris Larson accused police officers of “shooting for sport,” and being “quick to pull the trigger.” Senator Larson went on to say that if the bill were to become law, it
Gov. Evers, WHEDA: Announce nearly $32.6 million in grant awards for Multifamily Housing Tax Credit Developments
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA), announced today that multifamily housing developers statewide, including many in rural areas, will soon receive nearly $32.6 million in 2024 Housing Tax Credits to improve
Phelps campaign: Former Wisconsin Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes endorses Christian Phelps for Assembly District 93
Wisconsin’s former Lieutenant Governor, Mandela Barnes, has endorsed Christian Phelps of Eau Claire in his race for the 93rd State Assembly District. “Christian has been a skilled and unapologetic advocate for schools across the state of Wisconsin. He will be a
Gov. Evers, Dept. of Veteran Affairs: Announce Veteran Mental Health Community-Based Organization grant recipients
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) Secretary James Bond, announced today that nine nonprofit organizations are receiving Veteran Mental Health Community-Based Organization Grant funding to promote positive mental health through activities, programs, and
Sen. Baldwin: Calls on Biden Administration to expand free IRS direct file program
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and a group of her colleagues applauded the successful pilot of the IRS Direct File program and urged the Biden Administration to make it permanent and expand its reach. The IRS Direct